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Daucus (Daucus)
Everyone is familiar with the daucus genus, the genus of one of the world’s most common root vegetable crops. The famous orange vegetable that people like to cook with is in fact the edible species Daucus carota. Other members of the daucus genus, like the wild carrot, are also edible, but those species that have a woody texture are not eaten by humans.
Lifespan
Biennial
Plant Type
Vegetable
Key Facts About Daucus
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Attributes of Daucus
Ideal Temperature
20 - 35 ℃
Scientific Classification of Daucus
Distribution of Daucus
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Distribution Map of Daucus
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Daucus
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The daucus genus have a reputation for resilience, but require careful maintenance. They prefer full to partial sunlight and thrive in well-drained, moderately fertile soil, with a leaning towards cooler climes. Irrigation should be moderate to avoid waterlogging. Daucus plants can face challenges from pests like carrot rust flies and aphids, and diseases such as leaf blight. Seasonally, these biennials bloom best in spring to early summer, necessitating added care during extreme summer heat or cold winters, including increased water and protection from frost, respectively.
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8 most common species：
Wild carrot
The wild carrot is a common flowering plant with light, delicate flowers. Originally native to Europe and Asia, it has also spread to North America and Australia. Studies of historical paintings suggest that the wild carrot was cultivated in Turkey, Spain, and North Africa for centuries.
Rattlesnake weed
Rattlesnake weed is a perennial herb native to the U.S., and its true original range is probably restricted to Florida. It is usually considered invasive, and North Carolina classifies it as a noxious weed. The plant’s pale underground stem is segmented in a way that resembles the rattle on the end of a rattlesnake’s tail, which is why it came to be known as rattlesnake weed.
Queen anne's lace
The wild carrot is a biennial krautige plant that reaches heights of growth of 20 to 120 cm. The Wild Carrot is a deep root (rooting to 80 cm deep). The woody root turnip was created from the thickened root and hypocotyl. It consists of an inner marrow with Leitgewebe and an outer, delicate part with memory tissue.
Carrot
Carrot (Daucus carota subsp. sativus) is the domestic version of its wild relative. This ubiquitous vegetable is closely related to parsley, fennel, and dill. The orange root can be eaten cooked or raw. The carrot is self-fertile and is pollinated by flies and beetles, who use its flowers as a food source.
Daucus decipiens
Daucus decipiens exhibits delicate, feathery leaves and clusters of tiny white flowers, which together create a lace-like appearance. These umbrella-shaped flower heads are characteristic of its family and play a role in daucus decipiens's pollination. Thriving in dry, open landscapes, its slender taproot delves deep for moisture, allowing it to survive in less hospitable conditions. Daucus decipiens is often mistaken for a wild carrot due to these similar features.
Wild carrot 'Eskimo'
Wild carrot 'Eskimo' is a Wild carrot cultivar that has lacy deep green foliage and very bright orange colored roots. The name Eskimo indicates the hardiness of this plant. Gardeners favor this cultivar as the strong foliage makes it easier to pull them from the ground. The roots also retain their flavor through summer and autumn and store well.
Wild carrot 'Sweet Candle'
Wild carrot 'Sweet Candle' produces large clusters of white flowers from June to September, attracting beneficial insects like ladybugs and lacewings. Careful identification is crucial, as it closely resembles some poisonous plants, such as Poison Hemlock.
Wild carrot 'Dara'
Wild carrot 'Dara' is a Wild carrot cultivar, famous for its highly ornamental tiny flowers, gathered in umbrella-like clusters and held on a tall, upright stem. While the parent plant can have white flowers only, the cultivar's flowers can be pink and purple as well. Wild carrot 'Dara' is widely used as a cut flower.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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About
Key Facts
Distribution
How To Care
All Species
More Genus
Daucus
Daucus
Everyone is familiar with the daucus genus, the genus of one of the world’s most common root vegetable crops. The famous orange vegetable that people like to cook with is in fact the edible species Daucus carota. Other members of the daucus genus, like the wild carrot, are also edible, but those species that have a woody texture are not eaten by humans.
Lifespan
Biennial
Plant Type
Vegetable
Key Facts About Daucus
Feedback
Attributes of Daucus
Ideal Temperature
20 - 35 ℃
Scientific Classification of Daucus
Distribution of Daucus
Feedback
Distribution Map of Daucus
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Daucus
Feedback
The daucus genus have a reputation for resilience, but require careful maintenance. They prefer full to partial sunlight and thrive in well-drained, moderately fertile soil, with a leaning towards cooler climes. Irrigation should be moderate to avoid waterlogging. Daucus plants can face challenges from pests like carrot rust flies and aphids, and diseases such as leaf blight. Seasonally, these biennials bloom best in spring to early summer, necessitating added care during extreme summer heat or cold winters, including increased water and protection from frost, respectively.
How to Water Daucus ?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Daucus ?
How to Propagate Daucus ?
How to Plant Daucus ?
Exploring the Daucus Plants
Feedback
8 most common species：
Wild carrot
The wild carrot is a common flowering plant with light, delicate flowers. Originally native to Europe and Asia, it has also spread to North America and Australia. Studies of historical paintings suggest that the wild carrot was cultivated in Turkey, Spain, and North Africa for centuries.
Rattlesnake weed
Rattlesnake weed is a perennial herb native to the U.S., and its true original range is probably restricted to Florida. It is usually considered invasive, and North Carolina classifies it as a noxious weed. The plant’s pale underground stem is segmented in a way that resembles the rattle on the end of a rattlesnake’s tail, which is why it came to be known as rattlesnake weed.
Queen anne's lace
The wild carrot is a biennial krautige plant that reaches heights of growth of 20 to 120 cm. The Wild Carrot is a deep root (rooting to 80 cm deep). The woody root turnip was created from the thickened root and hypocotyl. It consists of an inner marrow with Leitgewebe and an outer, delicate part with memory tissue.
Carrot
Carrot (Daucus carota subsp. sativus) is the domestic version of its wild relative. This ubiquitous vegetable is closely related to parsley, fennel, and dill. The orange root can be eaten cooked or raw. The carrot is self-fertile and is pollinated by flies and beetles, who use its flowers as a food source.
Show More Species
More Popular Genus
Feedback
Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
Your Ultimate Guide to Plants
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17,000 local species +400,000 global species studied
Nearly 5 years of research
80+ scholars in botany and gardening
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